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July 7, 2023

Anglican archbishop declares 'Our Father' to be 'problematic' due to 'patriarchal' association

During opening remarks at the Church of England's General Synod the Archbishop of York suggested that the words of the “Our Father" could be seen as "problematic."

July 7, 2023

UK schools push 'gender badges' on 7-year-olds, LGBT ideology on religious students: watchdog

A curriculum compiled by an organization in the U.K. instructs children as young as seven about gender identity and pushes the idea that LGBTQ behavior is compatible with their religion.

July 6, 2023

Kevin Spacey accuser stands by 'horrific' assault claims after actor's lawyer calls them 'completely untrue'

One of the four men accusing "House of Cards" actor Kevin Spacey of sexual misconduct defended his claims of verbal abuse and groping in court Thursday.

July 6, 2023

UK lawmaker faces likely ejection after London nightclub groping incident

British lawmaker Chris Pincher, a Tory who represents Tamworth in the House of Commons, will likely be ejected from parliament over sexual harassment claims.

July 5, 2023

Kevin Spacey accuser says groping was aggressive 'like a cobra,' reveals why he kept quiet

One of Kevin Spacey's four accusers testified the actor groped him "like a cobra" while describing the "angry" encounter in London court. Spacey is on trial for 12 charges.

July 4, 2023

Princess Kate gives Wimbledon champion Roger Federer a lengthy standing ovation at the All England Club

Swiss tennis player Roger Federer retired from the sport following a career that spanned nearly a quarter century and included 20 Grand Slam titles.

July 3, 2023

UK police have new expanded powers to crack down on protests

New laws came into effect on Sunday that would grant expanded powers to British police targeting groups like Just Stop Oil and Extinction Rebellion involved in disruptive protests.

July 3, 2023

UK endures hottest June on record

The United Kingdom’s weather agency has recorded the country’s hottest June since records began in 1884. Experts warned that the uncommon temperatures will become more frequent.

July 3, 2023

Peter Hellyer, UK-born writer who chronicled the rise of UAE for nearly 50 years, dies at age 75

Prolific writer Peter Hellyer, a British-born writer who spent nearly 50 years chronicling the beauty and transformation of the United Arab Emirates, has died at 75 years old.

July 2, 2023

Mom of four reveals her secret of shedding nearly 80 pounds (hint: hula hooping is involved)

A mom of four in South Yorkshire, England, is surprising herself by being down nearly 80 pounds after gastric sleeve surgery and a new approach to daily exercise, including hula hooping.